🐾 Kittens bring so much joy, but they can also face unexpected health challenges. Imagine your playful furball suddenly limping, only to worsen within hours. This could be a sign of limping calici, a rare form of calicivirus. While typically associated with respiratory issues, some kittens experience sudden limping without other symptoms.
These symptoms can also develop after the FVRCP vaccine, which is what has been going on with Rogue and Xavier. Thankfully, I’ve dealt with this issue in the past, though it took me a minute to realize it.
Signs to watch for include:
- Sudden weakness in limbs
- High fever
- Trembling
These symptoms can last 2 to 7 days, but with prompt care, most kittens can recover fully. If you notice any of these signs, don't wait—get help! Your little friend needs you. 💖
Rogue and Xavier are on the mend! Rogue is no longer limping and has no fever. Xavier’s limping started after Rogue, so he’s going to take a bit more time to overcome the illness. But both kittens are eating well, drinking plenty of water, and we are taking their temperatures 5 times a day. Xavier did have a mild fever this afternoon, so I’ll keep an eye on that.
If you would like to learn more about limping calici, check out the Kitten Lady: http://www.kittenlady.org/limpingcalici. Wonderful information written way better than I ever could! #KittenCare #LimpingCalici #PetHealth
🐾🥊 The battle royal for the best nipple is on! These adorable little kittens are giving it their all as they fight for dinner time supremacy. Poor momma Luna is just trying to keep up with their endless energy! 😂💖 Who knew mealtime could be this entertaining? #KittenChaos #MommaLuna #CutenessOverload 🐱❤️
🌟 Just another evening of kitty fun! 🐾 Though I’m completely exhausted after a thorough cleaning of the large kitty room—de-furred, rearranged, and vacuumed! Not to mention tackling all that paperwork. It’s not all fun and games in the kitty rescue game! 😂💕 #KittyRescue #HardWork #FurryFriends #AdoptDontShop #StrayNoMore
🌟 Exciting news! At nine days old, our little ones are starting to open their eyes! 😍 Little Vega has both eyes wide open, though I accidentally startled her with the flash just before capturing this video. Oops! 😂 Sorry for the wobbly footage, but Momma Luna was quite the diva, demanding all the attention! She's such a sweet and attentive momma to her adorable nuggets.
Orion, Sirius, Astra, and Nova are not far behind their chubby sister, Vega, who is the biggest of the five! 🌈 Astra is the littlest, but all five kittens are steadily gaining weight.
We are all stocked up on wet kitten food, but our adults are running a bit low on wet food. Not to mention dog food!! Marley is a big girl, and definitely eats a lot! If you have the means and would like to donate to Pets4Vets to help with their care, the links will be below ⬇️. Or if you’d like to contribute to their upcoming spay and neuter surgeries, donations can also be made directly to SAAF, just let them know you are donating specifically Pets4Vets of the Ozark’s. 417-831-7223
Thank you for all of the kind words and for your support in helping us care for these forgotten felines! 🐾❤️ #LunasLittleStars #MommaLuna #CutestNuggets #SupportPets4Vets #SAAF
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🌙🐾 Exciting updates from Momma Luna! She’s slowly embracing indoor life, and her fear is melting away each day. Yesterday, she discovered catnip and transformed into a playful house cat! 😻 What a wonderful mom she is, so devoted to her little ones. Speaking of which, three of her adorable kittens have their tiny eyes starting to open! It won’t be long before they’re exploring their surroundings, giving Luna a chance to take some well-deserved breaks. 💖🐱✨
Luna will be available for adoption after her kittens are weaned and we ensure she has fully adapted to indoor life. We are accepting applications for her now, as we want to find the perfect home for this sweet momma! 🏡❤️ #MommaLuna #Kittens #CatLife #AdoptDontShop
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Check out the magic cat bad that was donated by my wonderful friend and volunteer Jean Wright!! It makes a tuxedo turn into a tabby!
Thank you Jean! Your generosity knows no bounds!!😻🙏
🐾🌟 Luna and her spicy little kittens are thriving today! At just four days old, these five feisty furballs are already acting like the bosses of the house. 😺✨ They may be hissing and spitting a bit, but Mama Luna is starting to warm up to me. It’s such a relief to see her trust grow—makes weighing the kittens and cleaning their room a lot easier! ❤️🐱 #KittenAdventures #LunaAndHerBabies #SpicyKittens
🌟🐾 Evening Playtime Update from Room One! 🐾🌟
The kitties had a fantastic playtime tonight! Our adorable little orphans, Xavier (the charming black and white) and Rogue (the spirited black) are learning the ropes of being cats, thanks to their wonderful mentors, Stormy (the playful lynx) and Daemon (the sweet orange). While the little ones still have a lot to learn, they’ve got all the time in the world!
Exciting news: Stormy has a pending adoption tomorrow! Despite being with us for just a short while, he’s made a big impact with his social nature and clear personality. His new family is in for a treat!
The other three are still looking for their forever homes. Rogue is always on the go, which is perfect for Xavier, who’s full of spunk! As for Daemon, he’s not progressing as well as we hoped with his recovery from the prolapse, but we’re dedicated to getting him there with the right care. He has a vet appointment coming up for a follow-up, and we’re hopeful for improvements.
Let’s spread the word and find these fur babies their perfect families! 🐱❤️
If you’re ready to adopt one of these sweethearts, please fill out an adoption application. We will be in contact shortly!
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🌟 Look at all these wonderfully healthy, happy kitties! 🐾 They would be so much happier in their very own furever homes! ❤️ The past couple of weeks have been hectic and exhausting for me, and it seems like it won't slow down anytime soon. Between the garage sale fundraiser, baking cookies, caring for our adorable kitties, adoptions, and more, my mind is a whirlwind! 😅
But despite the chaos, I’m managing it! Just a heads up, if you reach out, please be patient as my response might take a bit longer.
Now, back to these sweet kitties! If you’re looking for your next best friend, don’t hesitate to contact me and fill out an application! Meet and greets are by appointment only, but we’ll have an open house during the garage sale on September 6-7. My famous cookies will be available for purchase along with many wonderful items. Plus, we’re offering nail trims for dogs and kitties for just $10 each! 🐶🐱 Let’s help these kitties find their furever homes and raise some funds to care for these and so many other pets in need!! 💖✨
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🐾 Attention, pet lovers! 🐾
We wanted to share an important update from Pets4Vets. Right now, we are at full capacity and, unfortunately, we don't have room for any more animals at this time. Like many rescues, our resources and space are limited. We appreciate your understanding and support as we continue to care for the animals already in our program.
If you're looking to help, consider fostering, donating or adopting to support our mission. Together, we can make a difference! ❤️ #Pets4Vets #AnimalRescue #SupportLocalRescues
🐈⬛🐾Found kitten 🐱🐾
This little one was discovered on the corner of N East Avenue and Garfield Street, desperately calling for help. It’s evident it once had a home, as it seems healthy aside from some ear mites and fleas and is extremely friendly.
I really want to reunite this baby with its family, so if you recognize this cutie, please reach out ASAP! 🐱❤️ Unfortunately, due to space constraints, I’ll need to put it up for adoption very soon. I typically hold them for two weeks, but kitten season has been overwhelming, and I need to make room.
It is scheduled to be spayed/neutered on Monday and will be available for adoption a few days after that. If this is your kitten, I will need proof of ownership, for example….sex of the kitten, pics, vet records…etc.
Again I’m sorry that I can’t hold it longer, but space is definitely a big issue. I am accepting adoption applications for this baby starting today, so I can get a jumpstart on paperwork. Please be patient with my response time, I’m juggling a lot of things right now.
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🌟 Meet Rogue and Xavier, our dynamic duo of adorable kittens! 🐾 These little fighters may not have had the easiest start, but they are absolutely thriving now! We're currently accepting applications for these two, but they won't be ready for their furever homes just yet. They still have some important skills to learn from each other. They'll be out of quarantine on Wednesday and moving to the kitten room to join some older pals. We have no doubt they'll fit right in! 🐱❤️ Stay tuned for updates on their journey! https://tinyurl.com/Adoptablepets-P4V #AdoptDontShop #RescueLoveRepeat #OrphanKittens #StrayCatStory #AdoptionJourney
🌙 Just wrapped up a late-night laser tag session with my furry trio: Potato, Possum, and Vinny! 🎉 Potato was the first semi-feral cat my husband had the joy of helping transition into a house cat, and just look at him now—no longer a scrappy Tom, but a plump ball of joy and love! 🐱❤️ Possum is still a bit skittish but can’t resist joining in on the fun when the laser light comes out. And then there’s Vinny, our newest addition. He’s still figuring out the playful side of life, but we’re patient. It takes time for them to feel safe enough to let loose! 🖤✨ Here’s to more fun and cuddles with these adorable furballs! 🥰 #CatLife #LaserTagAdventures #StrayNoMore #StrayCatStory #TNRSavesLives #FromFeralToFriendly #SpayAndNeuterSavesLives #RescueLoveRepeat
Ivar likes to chat on his walks. #OneFastCat #SillyCats #CatEnrichment #Ivar #TaterTot One Fast Cat
“But Mom, how do we eat it?” #ConfusedKitties #ZucchiniFun #SillyCats
🐾 Our personal kitties are absolutely loving their One Fast Cat Wheel! 🐱💨 They've even started using it together, making playtime extra fun! 🎉 I'm hoping to get one donated to the rescue soon because this kind of enrichment would be so beneficial for the rescue kitties. Let’s give them the joy of fitness and play! ❤️ #CatEnrichment #OneFastCat #RescueKitties One Fast Cat
🌟🐾 Bittersweet feelings today as I share that Kilo has finally found his furever home, he takes his freedom ride Friday! (His new mom wanted to be sure she would be home for a his first few days in a new place)💖
Kilo has been a bright spot in my day for the last 9 months, such a joy to be around. He is the king of licking, always keeping my hands clean with his tongue, lol. An acrobat at heart, he’s full of energy and enthusiasm! I will miss this boy deeply, but I couldn’t have found a better place for him to go!
From the moment his new mom, Mariah, walked into his room, Kilo was in love. Typically shy around strangers, he surprised us all by instantly warming up to her. Within minutes, he was licking and chewing on her fingers—it was love at first sight! 💞
Kilo's journey has been quite the rollercoaster. Rescued at just 6 weeks old by Debbie, who had previously adopted Nugget from us, a stray cat gave birth to six kittens under her home. While Debbie found homes for most of the litter, Kilo needed a place to go as they were moving to assisted living.
When he arrived at Pets4Vets, he was healthy but scared, spending his first weeks in foster care with another kitten, Pebbles. Unfortunately, the little ones were exposed to ringworm, leading to a tough three-month battle. But through it all, Kilo received the best care, lots of baths, and even more love. Despite losing most of his hair during that time, his spirit never waned.
Now, he's off to start a new chapter! 🌈 Thank you to everyone who helped along the way. Kilo, you’ll be missed, but we’re so happy for you! 🐱💖 #AdoptDontShop #FureverHome #Pets4Vets
🐾✨ Update on little Daemon: Our brave kitten is facing some challenges with his recovery from a prolapsed rectum. Dr. Reid put sutures in last night, and while things looked promising, this morning, unfortunately, the sutures didn’t hold. Due to the delicate nature of the situation, tightening them too much isn’t an option, as it could affect his ability to poop.
We're exploring a different treatment method, so Daemon will be staying at the vet for another night. Please send your prayers and positive vibes for his recovery—he's in pain, and we want him to heal. 💖
Also, let’s not forget his sweet sister, Rhaenyra, who is struggling with being apart from her brother. They share such a strong bond, and she’s been very protective of him. Thank you all for your love and support! 🙏🐱💞 #PrayForDaemon #KittenLove
If you’d like to donate to Daemon’s care, please call Dr.Reid at (417)833-3122.
Or you can donate directly to Pets4Vets in one of these ways:
PayPal Giving Fund-
paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/4680161
Zelle- [email protected]
(No fee)
Cashapp- $pets4vets
(No fee)
🐾 As my day off comes to a close, I just had to share some joy! While sorting through things for the Pets4Vets fundraising garage sale, I stumbled upon this old toy. Bam had never seen it before and was a bit confused at first, but it didn’t take long for him to catch on! He spent most of the day trying to catch that pesky mouse! 🐭💖 It’s moments like these that remind me how much joy our furry friends bring into our lives! 🐱✨ #Pets4Vets #JoyfulMoments #BamTheCat
🌟 Happy Sunday, everyone! 🌟
What a whirlwind week it’s been! I’m thrilled to share that 5 kitties have found their furever homes! 🏡 Mystique and Trixie are off on their freedom rides with their new families, and Biscuits, Olive, and the sweet soul Kilo are all set for their big days ahead. 💖 Kilo's new mom is so thoughtful—she's ensuring she’s home for his adjustment period, which warms my heart.
On the flip side, we welcomed 4 new furry faces this week, and while the paperwork is piling up, it's all worth it! 📝 I can’t wait to introduce you to these resilient kitties, each with their own stories. They’re currently in quarantine, but brighter days are ahead!
Though we’re at capacity (and a little over!), every kitty is thriving and ready to find their furever homes. Could you be the one to give them the love they deserve? 🐾❤️
Stay tuned for more updates and introductions!
(The adoptable babies got to take a field trip to the big kitty room this morning while I was cleaning their room, they did not want to leave!)
